Aug

15

2009 Preseason - Game 1 Vs. Detroit - 1st Offense Analysis

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August 15, 2009 | Leave a Comment

The first-team offense played the first quarter against Detroit - and played pretty well.  They scored a touchdown on their second drive after a first down and a handful of plays on the first series.
Anytime in the preseason that you can get the starters some playing time and avoid injuries is a victory.  The offense [...]

Aug

10

Roddy White Ends Holdout, Signs Long-Term Deal

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August 10, 2009 | Leave a Comment

Roddy White returned to training camp today and was the 1st one in line for drills.  It was a welcome sight to Falcon fans as one of the best wide receivers in the NFL - and Matt Ryan’s favorite target from 2008 - was absent since the start of camp. 
After Harry Douglas was lost for [...]

Aug

5

Harry Douglas Injured At Camp

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August 5, 2009 | Leave a Comment

Harry Douglas was carted off of the field at training camp on Wednesday, which is sending a shockwave through Atlanta fans’ hearts right about now.  Coach Smith has yet to comment on the injury and there has been no official report.
Rumors are swirling from a torn ACL to only some cramping from the heat.  Those [...]

Aug

4

Wide Open Battle At Cornerback In Training Camp

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August 4, 2009 | Leave a Comment

The Atlanta Falcons’ training camp is only a few days old, but the cornerback battle is already in full swing.  Coach Mike Smith has spent a significant amount of time over in the secondary for drills because there are a number of guys competing for the starting spots.  Most of the other positions on the [...]

Aug

2

Roddy White Holdout

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August 2, 2009 | Leave a Comment

Yes, he’s holding out because it’s the last year of his rookie contract and he wants to get things stright before getting out on the field.  That’s understandable.  Many fans are making this situation out to be that White is lazy and selfish and doesn’t believe in team football.  Most football players would like to [...]

Jul

31

The Pulse of The Fans - What To Expect On Defense/Team Goals

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July 31, 2009 | Leave a Comment

Jamaal Anderson Proving The Critics Wrong
Anderson is a borderline bust at this point, being a top-10 pick in 2007 and having a less-than-stellar first 2 years in the NFL.  He improved quite a bit in 2008, especially against the run and has a chance to play a lot better in 2009.  Some yelled for him [...]

Jul

31

The Pulse Of The Fans - Things To Look Forward To On Offense In 2009

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July 31, 2009 | Leave a Comment

Tony Gonzalez and his Goal Post Dunks

The best tight end is coming to Atlanta and will help the offense in the red zone.  The Falcons were proficient with their running game inside the 20-yard line, but their passing could use some help.  A fade route to Roddy White isn’t a bad option at all, but [...]

Jul

27

Ovie Mughelli Called Out By ESPN

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July 27, 2009 | Leave a Comment

In breaking down the NFC South salary cap situation, Ovie Mughelli got some harsh criticism by ESPN recently.  The fullback has the 9th highest salary in Atlanta in 2009, which was called out as very high for a position of diminishing importance.
I will defend Atlanta and Mughelli for his salary in 2009 and his importance [...]

Jul

25

Rodney Harrison - Available For 2009

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July 25, 2009 | Leave a Comment

Unlike Marvin Harrison, Rodney is a more intriguing option for the Atlanta Falcons.  Erik Coleman is pretty locked in at the free safety position, but the strong side….who knows?
Yes, Atlanta just signed 2nd round pick William Moore and he is the future, but is he a starter in 2009?  Atlanta hopes so, but you have [...]

Jul

25

Marvin Harrison - Still A Free Agent

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July 25, 2009 | Leave a Comment

They are past their prime, but still serviceable players in the NFL, yet no team has signed them yet. 
Marvin Harrison is one of the finest wide receivers in the history of the game.  In the span of a couple years, Harrison has gone from Peyton Manning’s favorite target and perennial 100-catch guy to unemployed after [...]

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